Powell Elementary

Let's fill our schools with gold next Friday, Sept. 25, and send a powerful message of hope, strength, and support for children and families affected by cancer.

Show us how you're wearing gold by tagging us in your photos! 📸

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD

2 days ago, Communications

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Support students across El Paso ISD! 🌟

El Paso ISD families, please complete the Federal Impact Aid Form sent to your email. 📧✅

For more information on how the Federal Impact Aid Form supports the district, visit ➡️ www.episd.org/page/federal-impact-aid-survey

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD

2 days ago, Communications

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The El Paso ISD Family Help Desk serves as a one-stop resource for families, providing information, guidance, and personalized support to help navigate their child's educational journey. 📚🤝

🌟 Contact the Family Help Desk Today! 🌟
☎️ 915-230-2581
✉️ Email: familyhelpdesk@episd.org
📆 Monday – Friday
⏰ 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
✅ Calls received after hours will be returned the following business day

Learn more ➡️ www.episd.org/o/episd/page/family-helpdesk

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD

3 days ago, Communications

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Happy Mexican Independence Day! 🇲🇽

El Paso ISD was filled with green, white, and red as our students and staff celebrated 16 de Septiembre! 💚🤍❤️

The celebration highlighted the culture, traditions, and pride that continue to enrich our schools and community. 🌟

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD #MexicanIndependenceDay

4 days ago, Communications

El Paso ISD students and staff member take a photo dress in Mexican Independence Day attire

Whitaker Elementary School students take a photo dress in Mexican Independence Day attire while holding a rainbow (mascot)

El Paso ISD staff members take a photo dress in Mexican Independence Day attire

Sunrise Elementary School student and staff member take a photo dress in Mexican Independence Day attire

Powell Parents, today is the last day to order popcorn for popcorn Friday. Cash orders are due in the office by 4 pm and online zeffy orders until the end of the day using the link
https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/septembers-popcorn-friday
Also, come out for the September PTO meeting on the 21st at 3:45!

4 days ago, Joy Wheaton

It's National Voter Registration Day! 🗳️

Whether you're registering for the first time or updating your information, now is a great time to get election-ready. ✅

For more information, visit ➡️ https://www.texas.gov/living-in-texas/texas-voter-registration/

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD

5 days ago, Communications

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Lower tax rate! ✅

Swipe through to learn how each portion of the tax rate helps support classrooms, students, and educational opportunities across our district.

Learn more ➡️ bit.ly/tax_0915

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5 days ago, Communications

Graphic with text that says Understanding School Taxes: El Paso ISD Adopts Lower Tax Rate $1.07 Tax rate lower than previous year

Graphic with text that says Understanding School Taxes: El Paso ISD Adopts Lower Tax Rate with photo of two buckets with text that says M&O Maintenance and Operations 2025 Rate: $0.7699/$100 2026 Rate: $0.7637/$100 Lower I&S Interest and Sinking 2025 Rate: $0.3108/$100 2026 Rate: $0.3108/$100 No Change

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El Paso ISD Board of Trustees and Superintendent Dr. Brian Lusk were proud to recognize El Paso ISD students and campuses for their incredible achievements during the board meeting on September 15, 2026, at the El Paso ISD Administration Building. 🌟

View all photos ➡️ September 2026 Board Meeting

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5 days ago, Communications

El Paso ISD Board of Trustees and Superintendent Dr. Brian Lusk were proud to recognize three exceptional students who earned Outstanding Performer Awards, one of the highest honors awarded to student musicians in Texas. 🎶🏆 This prestigious recognition is awarded to only a select few, with only 3% of solo performers earning Outstanding Performer status. Congratulations: 🌟 Hannah Carrillo, Coronado High School 🌟 Jillina Pomales, El Paso High School 🌟 Anne-Sophie Gagnon, Franklin High School #ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD

El Paso ISD Board of Trustees and Superintendent Dr. Brian Lusk were thrilled to recognize Murphree PK-8 and Guillen Middle School for their remarkable growth, improving to a B rating this year and delivering excellence in the classroom for every child! 🌟

El Paso ISD Board of Trustees and Superintendent Dr. Brian Lusk were excited to recognize our campuses that earned an impressive “A” state rating. This achievement is a testament to the exceptional instruction, strong student support, and academic excellence taking place across El Paso ISD. 👏 Congratulations to our “A” rated campuses: 🌟 Bliss Elementary School 🌟 Cielo Vista Elementary School 🌟 Coldwell Elementary School 🌟 Hawkins Elementary School 🌟 Lundy Elementary School 🌟 Hornedo Middle School 🌟 Wiggs Middle School 🌟 Burges High School 🌟 Franklin High School 🌟 Silva Magnet 🌟 Transmountain Early College High School 🌟 Young Women’s STEAM Academy

It's 915 Day, El Paso! 🎊

Let's celebrate our city by giving back to the students who will shape its future. 🌟

Donate $9.15 today to help provide scholarships for El Paso ISD graduating seniors. 🎓

Join us in investing in the next generation of El Paso. ❤️ Donate today! ➡️ https://pdnfoundation.org/give-to-a-fund/episd-education-foundation

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD #ElPaso #915

5 days ago, Communications

photo of El Paso ISD graduate in white gown with text that says On 915 Day, a donation of just $9.15 helps fund scholarships for graduating seniors

photo of El Paso ISD graduate from Young Women's Academy in white gown with text on graphic that says Where the money goes scholarships help students who demonstrate: academic achievement, leadership, and community involvement Awards can range up to $5,000, helping students take the next step towards their future.

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Today marks the beginning of Hispanic Heritage Month! 🌟

From September 15 through October 15, we celebrate the rich cultures, traditions, history, and contributions of Hispanic communities that help shape our city and our schools. ❤️

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD #HispanicHeritageMonth

5 days ago, Communications

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Powell Parents, after Parent Teacher Conferences you can visit the cafeteria with help completing your Impact Aid Surveys which are now live! Follow the instructions on the attached flyer to submit through parent portal, access your personal email from EPISD Parent Forms or stop by the cafeteria for assistance. Every student must have a survey completed. Thank you for your getting your forms signed.

5 days ago, Joy Wheaton

The El Paso ISD Board of Trustees will have its regular board meeting at 5 p.m. today at the El Paso ISD Administration Building, 1014 N. Stanton St.

Board agenda: www.episd.org/page/board-meeting-agendasmaterials-new

Live stream: www.episd.org/page/boardlive

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5 days ago, Communications

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Powell Parents, the September PBIS Celebration is this week. Please read the attached PBIS Parent letter to see how we use PBIS to encourage and reward positive student behavior. Students will be able to wear pajamas on their designated PBIS celebration day noted on the Movie Day flyer.

6 days ago, Joy Wheaton

Powell Families, you're not going to want to miss BINGO NIGHT on September 22nd from 4:30 - 6:00 pm! Gather the family and some friends if you'd like and join in on the fun! See the attached flyer for more details.

6 days ago, Joy Wheaton

Powell Parents, Tuesday September 15th is Dot Day and also Early Release for ParentTeacher Conference. PK will release at 11:45 and K-5th will release at noon. Conferences will be held in the classrooms from 1 -6 pm. Everyone is encouraged to wear dots all day and look for the storywalk of The Dot near the library.

7 days ago, Joy Wheaton

Wear gold with us on Friday, Sept. 25, as El Paso ISD recognizes Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. 💛

Together, we'll honor the incredible strength and resilience of the children and families affected by childhood cancer.

Wear gold, share your support, and tag us in your photos! 📸

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD #ChildhoodCancerAwarenessMonth

8 days ago, Communications

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Please support our students by completing the Federal Impact Aid Form in the email shared with families this week.

For more information about the Federal Impact Aid Form and how it supports the district, please visit ➡️ www.episd.org/page/federal-impact-aid-survey

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD

10 days ago, Communications

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Powell Parents, students can wear pajamas for Read Across the District this Tuesday the 8th when they will drop everything and read! Remember to wear shoes appropriate for PE.

17 days ago, Joy Wheaton

There will be no school Monday, September 7, 2026 in observance of Labor Day. Normal class schedules resume September8th.

17 days ago, Joy Wheaton

September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month.

We honor the courage and strength of those affected by childhood cancer and raise awareness for this important cause.

We invite our El Paso ISD schools, families, staff, and community members to join us in showing support by wearing gold on Friday, Sept. 25. 💛

#ItStartsWithUs #ElPasoISD #EPISD #ChildhoodCancerAwarenessMonth

19 days ago, Communications